Every now and again somebody sends something our way that we can’t ignore or get out of our heads. This is one of those times. Please, dearest reader, allow us to introduce you to the most badass Russian on the face of the Earth…Count Tarakan.

The video below for his song Istanbul was directed by some genre personalities who don’t want to reveal themselves just yet, but if you watch the video closely enough, you may spy some familiar faces!

The only thing we have to share with you other than the way catchy tune below is the official Bad Ass Russian Website, which is home to a very interesting message from The Count himself. Dig it!

“Yes, because of you I am once again imprisoned. But I will be freedom again soon, and when I am… I will find you and your brothers. You shall have not Viktory when I spill your blood, but you will tasted the cold hand of defeat.”